Seems like no more discussion means the pre is no good for concert taping.

I wouldn't say that. My current usual setup is mics (Beyer803s, Neumann AK150s or MG270s) >uPRE, AES out >Oade W-mod FR2 AES in. I can't tell any difference in sound with the uPRE in the chain from when it's not. I leave it in because level adjustment is easier with the uPRE and is currently my only pre with AES out.

anyone run the Femto with ak40's? also looks like only one version now with min gain 10db

I run mine with Line Audio or MBHO mics and it's a great little preamp - but, yes, there's only one version with min gain 10dB, now.Please see below for the reply to my initial enquiry that I got from Antoine Malnati.

Thanks for the info! I can't imagine 10db being too much gain. Hell lots of the pre's are 20db fixed.

One thing that worries me ordering from France

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International Shipping - items may be subject to customs processing depending on the item's declared value.Sellers set the item's declared value and must comply with customs declaration laws. As the buyer, you should be aware of possible:- delays from customs inspection.- import duties and taxes which buyers must pay.- brokerage fees payable at the point of delivery.

edit: according to this site I won't have to pay anything extra but no idea how accurate it is.